Take advantage of natural light and protect the rooms in your home with easy-to-fit glazed doors that have been rigorously tested to ensure their durability. We offer a wide range of prehung glazed fire doors suitable for garages, offices, family homes, and light commercial use. You will find a door that suits your requirements in a variety of veneers, glazing options, and sizes.
The majority of commercial properties that house employees will be required to have fire doors installed. In residential properties, fire doors are usually required in flats, apartments, and three-story houses, and fire doors will also need to be installed between integral garages. The thickness of internal fire doors is generally 44mm (as opposed to 35mm for a standard internal door) so this can be used as an indicator. For further information regarding whether your property requires fire doors, please contact your local fire safety officer or building inspector. There will be a requirement for all fire doors to be installed in accordance with the current Fire Door Regulations and to be approved by an appropriately qualified authority.
Key Characteristics:
Fire Resistance: Fire doors are made from materials that are engineered to resist the effects of fire and high temperatures for a specified period. This crucial attribute allows them to act as a barrier, preventing the rapid spread of flames and smoke.
Intumescent Seals: These specialized seals expand when exposed to heat, sealing the gaps around the door and preventing the passage of smoke and hot gases.
Self-Closing Mechanism: Fire doors are equipped with self-closing devices that ensure they remain closed when not in use. This helps maintain their integrity during a fire event.
Rated by Time: Fire doors are rated based on the amount of time they can withstand fire. Common ratings include 30, 60, and 90 minutes, indicating the duration of fire resistance.
Why Fire Doors?
There are many benefits to installing fire doors in the home, including adding safety features while maintaining a high level of style and finish. The perfect option for your property design is available with a variety of fire-rated doors. A fire door renovation adds to the property's design and provides an important safety feature.
The addition of fire doors to your home update complements both commercial and domestic settings. There are numerous options to match your style, and adding a fire door provides maximum protection from fire and smoke for a set period of time.
Which Fire Door?
There are many options available for your design when adding fire doors to your home. The doors will protect your space to a high standard. Incorporating fire doors into your home is a great way to enhance its aesthetics and bring a unique finishing touch to your home. Whether you are looking for a contemporary or traditional look in your home, there is a range of fire-resistant doors to choose from.
With the increasing popularity of fire doors in the home, you can add safety features and match the design internally and externally of your home. No matter what fire door option you choose, you will prevent smoke and fire from spreading. As a provider of a broad range of fire doors, we are able to meet your needs for both commercial and residential projects alike.
Glazed Fire Doors FAQs
Any individual installing a fire door should be fully trained and competent to do so. They should be aware of the trade regulations expected in the house and be able to check the quality and certification of the door that has been purchased.
Despite having fire-rated glass panels, fire-rated doors can still provide an effective safety barrier while also providing design flexibility and attractive aesthetics. Glass panels that are fire-rated enhance transparency and open up a space. In addition to allowing natural light to flow into the room, indoor glass doors create an environment that is vibrant and mood-boosting.
Under a fire door, the maximum gap is 8-10 mm depending on the specification, between the bottom edge of the door and the floor. The maximum gap underneath a door with cold smoke protection would be 3mm (the thickness of a pound coin).
Yes, fire doors can be installed in residential homes, particularly in areas like garages, utility rooms, and adjacent to kitchens, where fire risks may be higher. They provide an added layer of safety and protection for occupants.
Fire doors are constructed using fire-resistant materials and have specific features that allow them to withstand heat and flames. They are equipped with intumescent seals that expand when exposed to heat, preventing smoke and flames from passing through the gaps around the door.
Fire doors should be inspected regularly, at least annually, by a qualified professional. They should also be maintained according to the manufacturer's recommendations to ensure they remain in optimal condition.
Yes, fire doors can have windows, but these windows must be made of fire-resistant glass and be properly installed with fire-rated glazing materials. The window's size and placement should comply with fire safety regulations.
Fire door ratings indicate the length of time a door can effectively withstand exposure to fire. Common ratings include 30 minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes, and 120 minutes. For example, a 60-minute fire door can withstand fire for up to 60 minutes before integrity is compromised.
A fire door comprises several key components, including fire-rated door frames, intumescent seals, fire-rated glass (if applicable), and fire-resistant core materials.
Yes, in most cases, fire doors should be equipped with self-closing devices. This ensures that the door automatically closes and latches in the event of a fire, maintaining the fire barrier.